People In A Criminal Trial Flashcards
(8 cards)
What does judge do
-Decides if accused is guilty or not when no jury
-Explains to jury their job
-Sentences the accused
What does witness do
-Gives evidence to court on case
-Can be sworn to tell truth on their holy book
What does recorder do
-Helps the judge
-Takes notes of trial, operates recording equipment
-Takes care of exhibits
What does the sheriff do
-Transports prisoners from jail to court
-Takes care of prisoners in court room
-Protects judge, jury
What does the jury do
-Listens to case and makes decision
-12 members in criminal case
-8 members in civil case
What is the accused
-Person that the government charged
-Innocent until guilty
What does crown counsel do
-Shows the evidence to court that the government gathered against accused
What does defence council do
-Defends accused
-Tries showing that the crown council has not proven case
